11-Day ~ British Isles and Ireland Knitting Cruise (Jun 2027)
Holland America Line
Wild British Isles Ireland and Cliffs of Moher
Start Date:
June 22, 2027
End Date:
July 3, 2027
Wild British Isles Ireland and Cliffs of Moher ~ Itinerary
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Arrival Date:
June 22, 2027
Departure Date: June 22, 2027
Departure Time:
04:00 PM
Amsterdam often referred to as the Venice of the north and has a storybook quality with is lovely canals and quaint architecture. No two houses are alike and it is a fun city to explore. The attractions are really too numerous to list here but guide books of things to do abound.
Amsterdam can easily assessable by foot or by bike or by boat. The city itself can be walked from end to end in about 30 to 40 minutes. Bikes easily outnumber cars in this city and can be rented very easily by tourists. Another charming way to tour the city is by boat. Boats tours offer a picturesque way to tour the city through the city's numerous canals.
At Sea
Arrival Date:
June 23, 2027
Departure Date: June 23, 2027
While at sea you can enjoy the vast amenities offered aboard the cruise ship. Craft Cruises holds various classes during times at sea.
Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, Scotland
Arrival Date:
June 24, 2027
Arrival Time:
08:00 AM
Departure Date: June 24, 2027
Departure Time:
05:00 PM
Stornoway, Scotland, is a picturesque harbor town on the Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, famous for Harris Tweed fabric, coastal scenery, and stark but hauntingly beautiful moors. Steeped in thousands of years of history, the island offers excellent examples of Bronze Age and Iron Age ruins as well as a Victorian-era castle overlooking the harbor.
Belfast, Northern Ireland
Arrival Date:
June 25, 2027
Arrival Time:
10:00 AM
Departure Date: June 25, 2027
Departure Time:
09:00 PM
Belfast Northern Ireland is part of England. It has grown into a safe and trendy place offering a wide variety of activities of interest to cruise passengers. From culture and quaint countryside towns to shopping and dining there is something for everyone.
Dun Laoghaire (Dublin), Ireland
Arrival Date:
June 26, 2027
Arrival Time:
07:00 AM
Departure Date: June 26, 2027
Departure Time:
07:00 PM
Not only is Dublin famous for Guinness draught beer, it is a city that has taken its aged history forward into a modernized, hip city while still remaining a precious relic. Dublin is currently enjoying the status of being one of the hottest and most livable cities in Europe. This is a fun city to explore on foot and is easy to get around.
Greenock (Glasgow), Scotland
Arrival Date:
June 27, 2027
Arrival Time:
10:00 AM
Departure Date: June 27, 2027
Departure Time:
09:00 PM
Located on the River Clyde, Greenock is on the steep west coast of Scotland, offering spectacular views to the mountains beyond. From the looming Victorian tower in Cathcart Square to the McLean Museum and Art Gallery on Union Street, you’ll find plenty to see and do. Head to Craig's Top for magnificent views from the summit of Lyle Hill, or head to nearby Glasgow to view its fine cathedral and art galleries. Sample Shore excursions: Panoramic Scottish Lochs; Stirling Castle.
Greencastle (Londonderry), Ireland
Arrival Date:
June 28, 2027
Arrival Time:
08:00 AM
Departure Date: June 28, 2027
Departure Time:
06:00 PM
Charming and unspoiled, Greencastle, Ireland is a picturesque fishing village that serves as an alternative tender port for cruise ships visiting Derry. Located on the shores of Lough Foyle at the gateway to the magnificent Inishowen Peninsula, this authentic Irish harbour town offers visitors a genuine taste of County Donegal's maritime heritage and serves as the perfect starting point to explore both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland in a single day.
Killybegs, Donegal, Ireland
Arrival Date:
June 29, 2027
Arrival Time:
08:00 AM
Departure Date: June 29, 2027
Departure Time:
05:00 PM
Warm and welcoming, Killybegs, Ireland is a charming fishing town that offers cruise visitors an authentic taste of Irish maritime heritage and access to world-renowned Donegal Tweed. Nestled along the rugged coast of County Donegal on Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way, this picturesque harbour town is your gateway to some of the most spectacular scenery and finest textile traditions in all of Ireland.
Galway, Ireland
Arrival Date:
June 30, 2027
Arrival Time:
07:00 AM
Departure Date: June 30, 2027
Departure Time:
03:00 PM
Galway is a lively coastal gem on Ireland’s wild western edge, where the swift River Corrib tumbles into the Atlantic’s embrace. Nicknamed the City of the Tribes, this compact medieval settlement blends ancient stone lanes and colorful shopfronts with a spirited, bohemian soul fueled by its university students and creative community.
Cobh (Cork), Ireland
Arrival Date:
July 1, 2027
Arrival Time:
07:00 AM
Departure Date: July 1, 2027
Departure Time:
03:00 PM
Cork is built on the River Lee which splits into two channels at the western end of the city; the city centre is divided by these channels. They converge at the eastern end where the quays and docks along the river banks lead outwards towards Lough Mahon and Cork Harbour, one of the world's largest natural harbours.
Day at Sea
Arrival Date:
July 2, 2027
Departure Date: July 2, 2027
Explore the ship and enjoy taking our various classes.
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Arrival Date:
July 3, 2027
Arrival Time:
07:00 AM
Departure Date: July 3, 2027
Amsterdam often referred to as the Venice of the north and has a storybook quality with is lovely canals and quaint architecture. No two houses are alike and it is a fun city to explore. The attractions are really too numerous to list here but guide books of things to do abound.
Amsterdam can easily assessable by foot or by bike or by boat. The city itself can be walked from end to end in about 30 to 40 minutes. Bikes easily outnumber cars in this city and can be rented very easily by tourists. Another charming way to tour the city is by boat. Boats tours offer a picturesque way to tour the city through the city's numerous canals.